Boiler Replacement Service for the U.S. Embassy Riga, Latvia

The U.S. Embassy in Riga, Latvia, has awarded a firm fixed-price contract for the removal of existing boilers and installation of two new floor-standing steel boilers with reverse-flame combustion chambers at its main building. Each boiler must deliver a nominal thermal output of 630 kW, achieve a minimum thermal efficiency of 92%, and operate on dual fuel—natural gas and diesel/#2—with integrated low-NOx burners, Modbus-enabled combustion controllers, O₂ trim systems, and automatic modulation capabilities. The scope includes mechanical room re-design, system commissioning, disposal of old equipment, and delivery of all necessary components and documentation, including compliance certificates, emissions data, and as-built drawings. Performance is mandatory within 60 calendar days after notice to proceed, with work beginning no later than seven days after receipt of the notice. The contract value is €196,216.87, broken into line items covering boiler units, materials, mechanical configuration, disposal, and labor, with no options or price adjustments allowed except for government-initiated changes. All contract activities are governed by a comprehensive set of Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses, including inspection of construction, reporting of nonforming items, warranty of construction, and termination for convenience. The Contractor must adhere to strict security requirements, including submitting full biographic data for all personnel within ten days of award for government security screening, with access contingent on badge approval. The on-site manager must be fluent in English, and all subcontractors require prior government review and approval to ensure alignment with U.S. national security interests. Compliance with U.S. and Latvian laws, including labor, health, safety, and environmental regulations, is mandatory, and all materials must be properly packed, labeled, and shipped to meet customs and duty-free entry requirements. The Contracting Officer’s Representative, Sergejs Fomicevs, is the primary point of contact for technical oversight, while invoices must be submitted electronically to riga.billing.office@state.gov. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining on-site records of all specifications, approved submittals, and changes, and must deliver complete as-built documentation prior to final acceptance. The contract incorporates by reference all required representations and certifications via FAR 52.204-19, and offerors must maintain an active UEI in SAM.gov. No formal evaluation factors are detailed, but the structure and pricing indicate that award will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable approach.